Mae Martin’s captivating Netflix series, Wayward, released all eight episodes on September 25, leaving fans eager for more. The series finale was packed with unresolved storylines, sparking hopes for a potential second season. Viewers are left questioning the fates of central characters like Abbie, who attempted to escape Tall Pines, and Alex, who remained in Tall Pines with Laura. Additionally, the uncertain survival of Evelyn after being drugged and Leila’s startling decision to stay at the academy adds to the intrigue.
Despite being marketed as a limited series, the show’s creators and cast have expressed interest in continuing the story. Martin mentioned that while it was designed as a miniseries, the characters’ open-ended situations offer room for further exploration. Cast members like Toni Collette, Sarah Gadon, Alyvia Alyn Lind, and Sydney Topliffe have conveyed their eagerness to reprise their roles if given the opportunity.
If Wayward returns for a second season, audiences can expect a deeper dive into the fallout from Evelyn’s collapse, Alex and Leila’s unexpected choices, and Abbie’s escape journey. Martin has hinted at delving further into secondary characters in any potential follow-up, such as Stacey, Mule, and Duck.
As for the cast, it’s likely the main actors, including Martin, Collette, Gadon, Lind, and Topliffe, would return to continue their character arcs. Although Evelyn’s condition remains uncertain, Martin has suggested the character might still have a future, despite being left in a vegetative state. Sadly, fans won’t see the return of Brandon Jay McLaren’s character, Dwyane, after his on-screen demise.
The possibility of its continuation remains a tantalizing prospect for fans. However, the existing ending also provides a thought-provoking conclusion, leaving the choice up to Netflix and the creators’ vision for the beloved series.